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Best Independent Music Publisher

Recognises an independent music publisher that has demonstrated excellence in copyright management and songwriter development in Africa.

Who Should Be Nominated?

  • Independent music publishers operating in Africa
  • Publishing administrators managing African catalogues

Qualifying Criteria

  • 1
    Independent publisher not majority-owned by a major music group
  • 2
    Active publishing operations during the eligibility period
  • 3
    Demonstrated royalty collection, sync placement, or catalogue growth
  • 4
    African-based or primarily managing African copyright

Supporting Evidence

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Supporting Evidence

OPTIONAL

Provide links to evidence supporting this nomination (press coverage, streaming data, social media analytics, website, portfolio, or other relevant materials).

Accepted format: External web links only

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Eligibility Period:
1 October 202528 August 2026

Deadline:
28 August 2026